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What is the distance of the closest state to the state of Hawaii?

The chain of the Hawaiian Islands extends 2,000 miles in length. The top of the island chain lays at Kure and Midway Islands at the northwest point. The chain reaches southeast at its furthest point at the island of Hawaii. The total area of the combined Hawaiian Islands is that of 6,242 square miles.The area of the combined Hawaiian Islands is greater in size than that of the entire state of Connecticut.

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What are the dry counties in Tennessee?

Dry counties in Tennessee may fall under one of two categories: those that do not allow liquor sale by the drink (LBD) and those that do not permit retail package stores.\nThe following counties do not allow liquor sales by the drink: Anderson, Bedford, Bledsoe, Bradley, Campbell, Cannon, Carroll, Carter, Cheatham, Chester, Claiborne, Clay, Cocke, Coffee, Crockett, Cumberland, Decatur, Dickson, Dyer, Fayette, Fentress, Franklin, Gibson, Giles, Grainger, Greene, Grundy, Hamblen, Hancock, Hardeman, Hawkins, Haywood, Henderson, Henry, Hickman, Houston, Humphreys, Jackson, Jefferson, Johnson, Lake..

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Where can you find reviews for Spirit Airways?

On Viewpoints.com, many customers complain that Spirit Airlines does not provide comfortable flights and that there were issues with baggage fees and timeliness. Some customers state that the flights are affordable and the online check-in service is easy to use.\nSpirit Airlines receives a slightly higher employee rating on GlassDoor.com, at 2.9, as of 2015. The most commonly stated pros include free flights and buddy passes. The most common complaints focus on low pay and low employee morale.

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What are some popular weekend getaways in the Poconos?

There are three couples-only resorts that comprise the Cove Haven Entertainment Resorts: Cove Haven Resort in Lakeville, Paradise Stream Resort in Mount Pocono and Pocono Palace Resort in Marshalls Creek. Each resort is all-inclusive and features elevated champagne glass whirlpools for two people. They also have horseback riding, headline entertainers, boating, cross country skiing and comedians. Guests at one resort can participate in the amenities, services and facilities at either of the other resorts.\nThe Camelback Lodge with Aquatopia Indoor Waterpark is a family resort featuring 13 wate..

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Where is the Cleveland Clinic's main campus?

Cleveland Clinic is a teaching hospital affiliated with Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine. The hospital has affiliated locations in Nevada, Florida, Abu Dhabi and Canada. Cleveland Clinic began in 1921 and is a general surgical and medical facility. As of 2015, it is the number one ranked hospital in Ohio, according to U.S. News & World Report.\nThe report also ranks Cleveland Clinic as the number one hospital in the United States for cardiology and heart surgery.

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What region is Illinois in?

The north-central region includes 11 states besides Illinois. These states are Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Minnesota, Missouri, Michigan, North Dakota, Nebraska, Ohio, Wisconsin and South Dakota. Of these 12 states, Illinois has the highest population.Much of Illinois lies in an area called the prairie peninsula. This area is filled with mixed forests including hardwood deciduous forests. Lake Michigan is shared by Illinois and three other Midwestern states including Wisconsin, Michigan and Indiana.Illinois, like many other Midwestern states is covered in rich farmland and grows and exports crops s..

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How do you use a Michigan fall color schedule to travel during peak leaf-turning season?

From late September to mid-October, the leaves in the Hiawatha National Forest and around Mackinaw City start changing. This may go as far south as the Huron National Forest or the Manistee National Forest. Plan your trips to the northern part of the peninsula during this time.\nMost of the southern parts of the state, which includes Grand Rapids, Lansing and Flint, see most of their colors from early- to mid-October. Along the shores of Lake Michigan and around the Detroit area, the leaves don't usually start changing until the middle of October. The lakefront areas on the northern penin..

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Is the resort at Mt. Monadnock, NH, a Four Seasons resort?

The Crotched Mountain Resort offers lodgers on-site hiking trails and a golf course with 18 holes. Boarders have the option to select from one- and two-bedroom suites that provide washers and dryers, fireplaces and fully equipped kitchens. Other on-site amenities include a children's playground and community hot tub. The resort also provides historical references, as it once had a part in toll collection from stagecoaches.

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What transportation options are available for the elderly in New York City?

A Reduced Fare MetroCard is available for citizens age 65 years or over. It reduces fares on both local buses and New York City Transit subways by half. It can be purchased to include unlimited rides or pay-per-ride.\nThere are also several community-based transportation services offered by the Department for the Aging. Local senior centers also offer shopping and recreational transportation.

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How do you view a map of the Montreal metropolitan area online?

The city of Montreal is surrounded by rivers, including the St. Lawrence and Ottawa, as well as three lakes. The many water ways mean residents cross bridges by car and public transit to get from place to place in the city. Montreal is the largest metropolitan area by population in the province of Quebec and the second largest in Canada. Most residents of Montreal speak French as their native language.

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